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Slow-Roasted Salmon with Herb Salsa
Salmon slowly roasts until tender, then gets topped with a bright French herb salsa made with vinegar and olive oil.
$22.20for 4 servings
$5.55 per serving$22.20 for 4
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- 60 minstart to table
- Mediumdifficulty
- 1servings (the source says 6, which counts pieces)
- $$$typical cost tier
FrenchDairy-freeLow-carbHigh-proteinBudgetFamilyDinnersCold-weather comfortWinter
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Salmon fillets$9.99/lb typical | 0.4 lb | $3.75Typical price |
| Leeks and shallots$3.49/lb typical | a little | $0.12Typical price |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical | a little | $0.14Typical price |
| Mint, dill, rosemary, thyme and other fresh herbs$1.99 each typical | a little | $0.29Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $5.55 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Cooking spray, shortening, ghee, coconut and sesame oilSalt and pepperWine, beer and spirits
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1 salmon filet
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 3/4 tsp kosher salt
- 3 tbsp finely diced shallot
- 3 tbsp white wine vinegar
- 2 tbsp very finely chopped fresh italian parsley
- 1 tbsp very finely chopped fresh chervil
- 1 tbsp very finely chopped fresh chives
- 1 tbsp very finely chopped fresh basil
- 1 tsp very finely chopped fresh tarragon
- 5 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- freshly ground black pepper
Steps
- Heat the oven to 275 F and place the salmon on a lightly oiled baking sheet, then season it with salt.
- Roast the salmon for 30 to 40 minutes, until the thickest part reaches 145 F and flakes easily.
- Whisk the shallot, vinegar, parsley, chervil, chives, basil, tarragon, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Rest the salmon for 5 minutes, then spoon the herb salsa over it.
Swaps
- Salmon fillets for White fish (tilapia, cod, haddock)about $3.00/lb less at typical prices
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